Average Director salary in Matlock

FRS are recruiting an Operations Director for a large manufacturing business based in Derbyshire. This is a senior leadership role working directly with the MD and SLT. As Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end manufacturing operations across multiple departments, ensuring that production, supply chain, health & safety, and continuous improvement objectives are met. This is a key strategic role with direct influence on the business's performance, culture, and long-term growth trajectory. You will drive operational efficiencies, embed a high-performance culture, and lead a team of senior operational managers. You will also play a critical role in shaping and delivering the business strategy in close collaboration with other SLT members Duties Will Include Lead and manage all aspects of operational activity across manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and engineeringDevelop and implement strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, cost control, and qualityEnsure operational alignment with company-wide strategic objectivesDrive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma or other methodologiesOversee capacity planning, forecasting and resource allocationFoster a strong health & safety culture and ensure full compliance with all regulatory standardsCollaborate with finance, HR, commercial, and technical functions to ensure cross-functional alignmentLead, coach, and develop the operations team to build strong leadership and succession pipelinesPlay an active role in budgeting, capital investment decisions, and operational risk managementRepresent operations in SLT discussions, board meetings and key stakeholder engagements For more information, contact Niall Cooper at Finance Recruitment Solutions!

£100,000 to £125,000 plus benefits East Midlands ABPM have been retained by an ambitious and entrepreneurial food manufacturer at a pivotal stage in its history. With an established reputation for exceptional quality, delivery, and customer service, they are now looking at the next stage of their development. In this regard, this opportunity to join comes at an exciting time in the business's lifecycle. The successful candidate will be seen as a key partner to the CEO and leadership team. Instilling a strong financial and analytical approach and mind-set throughout the organisation there is a broad remit, including the following: Create a finance capability across the business, delivering a robust control framework that supports the rapid growth of the business.Critique the financial and investment plans such that they are aligned with business objectives and goals.Prioritise strategic initiatives to ensure the business maximises growth potential for asset base, revenue, and EBITDA.Develop and upgrade the business's MI to aid management decision-making, forecasting and budgeting in the delivery of the business plan.Enhance the professionalisation of the finance function, including systems upgrade / automation.Be a proactive conduit to the funders and shareholders about the company's performance and forecasts. In the new Group Finance Director who must be a qualified ACA/ACCA/ACMA, we will seek a strong track record as a Finance Director/CFO in a privately held or subsidiary of a corporate company drawn from the food, fmcg or retail sectors. Experience in these markets will be very beneficial to the ideal candidate as well M&A experience. It is, however, a prerequisite to possess a deep understanding of the revenue, profit drivers and KPIs of a B2B services environment. Ultimately, the successful candidate should embody the business's relentless drive and energy for excellent results and performance. To be considered for this role, please get in touch by phone, emailing your CV quoting our job reference EX939977 or apply online! www.abpmrecruitment.co.uk All contact details can be found via our website.

up to £85,000 Base Salary plus Benefits and Market Leading Bonus Package (OTE for highly effective business developer >£150,000) Midlands The primary purposes of the role are: To lead the strategic planning, direction and management of professional Business Development services that support the delivery of agreed highly ambitious business plans, and firmwide objectives. Building and managing the new business pipeline from targeting to lead generation whilst advising and supporting the team in their business development activities to drive cultural development and immediate results in relation to sales. Building the pipeline using your own established and incredibly strong Midlands and wider UK network, utilising the following strong competencies in your toolkit: Personal research, strategic targeting and direct outreach to UK entrepreneurs and business owners. You will be very active in the region meeting new potential clients on a daily basis.Management of a team of junior business developers; utilising their bandwidth for the businesses goals and guiding them to become even better business developers.Highly focussed on converting established and newly formed relationships into M&A activity (short term business sales, short term acquisitions / buy and build, longer term relationship management to convert in the medium/long term).For longer term prospects, we offer a Consulting product that it would be your responsibility to manage the delivery of (with junior support). This product involves forming a deep understanding of the client's business and offering strategic advice to improve the performance and ultimate M&A marketability of their business, summarised in a highly professional and standardised Consulting report. You should be an active member of the Midlands and UK business community; enjoying and devoting time and effort to be highly successful. Commonly attending events, expositions, trade shows to generate business. Co-ordinate with the UK and European marketing and business development strategy. To act as business partner to Head of Region and colleagues engaging with and supporting them in the development and implementation of their own deliverables. Devise innovative strategies for business growth and ensure key relationships, whether with intermediaries, existing clients or prospects, are managed in a strategic manner. Skills and experience: A mid-market and direct business owner business background including (but not limited to) the M&A, banking, wealth management, recruitment & search sectors.Advising senior management team on business development strategies and activity.Working with and advising senior managers to develop and successfully deliver business development plans to meet business objectives.Knowledge of business development techniques, including in relation to driving cultural change, and engaging with the team to optimise BD opportunities.Successfully developed B2B and B2C business development campaigns.Qualified at degree level or equivalent.Significant, demonstrable experience in a business development, sales and / or marketing roleWorking knowledge of all Microsoft Office systems, of CRM and CMS systems.Strong analytical and planning skills.Demonstrable expertise and experience in developing and delivering business plans and managing organisational change. Desirable experience: Very strong understanding of the Midlands market both advisory and economic scene. Highly professional approach. The business culture is highly ambitious, driven and successful - complemented by a fun and relaxed style that truly resonates with business owners against a more rigid / less pragmatic competitor base. If this sounds of interest, please get in touch by phone, emailing your CV quoting our job reference EX939944 or apply online. www.abpmrecruitment.co.uk All contact details can be found via our website.